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Written by Karen Laird   

Karen Laird
Karen Laird
My husband, Fred, is a retired New Mexico State Policeman.  His entire 20 years with the force was as a patrolman (by choice).  During the course of his career he had witnessed one of the worst State Pen riots in US history, been shot in the line of duty (and survived) and dealt with every aspect of law enforcement that a cop can.  The state police psychologist told, at one time, that he had been exposed to more violence over his career than most Vietnam Vets that she had seen in her years of counseling.

Because of our faith in our Savior and our stubborn character to: “not let the Turkeys win”.  We have been able to work through whatever life has thrown at us and have had numerous opportunities to offer support and encouragement to our fellow officers who found themselves facing tremendous crisis’s that no person should ever have to face alone.  During these times, God has provided the grace and the courage for us to stand with our friends and “family” so that we could weather the storm together.

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